Deal or No Deal

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Season 1
  • Network: NBC
  • Series Premiere Date: Dec 19, 2005
Season #: 5, 4, 4, 3, 2, 1
User Score
8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 379 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 289 out of 379
  2. Mixed: 28 out of 379
  3. Negative: 62 out of 379
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  1. patriciah
    Apr 3, 2006
    10
    we love the show especially howie mandel and the money. please keep the show on,
  2. MaryAnnN
    Apr 5, 2006
    10
    Great Show. Relaxing and wonderful show. How do we bid for the $10,000.00. What does Text Number Mean. Thank you. I love Howie
  3. RhondaI
    Apr 6, 2006
    10
    I give the show a 10. I
  4. KarenM
    May 12, 2006
    8
    It keeps me on the edge of my seat every time i watch this show..
  5. KarlaR
    May 16, 2006
    10
    As a family, we watch the show every time it airs. Now, we are trying to put it to the test and can not wait until our turn is up!!!
  6. ANNF
    May 16, 2006
    10
    i really Like the show i can't wait to see DEAL OR NO DEAL time and i've got other people watching i Tell every body i meet it is more then just a game show it is wonderful i would love to be on the show the host Howie Mandel is excllent i'm not sure that i know how to text messages the show can you tell me how thanks
  7. DonnaR
    May 17, 2006
    10
    I am still trying to figure out how to register online and beable to vote instead of text messaging.
  8. WilsonH
    May 2, 2006
    8
    Critics and users have said that Deal or No Deal is uneducated and just randomly pick numbers and because of that people gave this show bad marks. America do not care, they just want the contestants to win BIG ($646,000) and the show's rating is always consistent in contrast to 'Millionaire'--people doesn't get the big bucks only ($32,000 or even $1000 or at worst Critics and users have said that Deal or No Deal is uneducated and just randomly pick numbers and because of that people gave this show bad marks. America do not care, they just want the contestants to win BIG ($646,000) and the show's rating is always consistent in contrast to 'Millionaire'--people doesn't get the big bucks only ($32,000 or even $1000 or at worst $0)--Americans hate that and Millionaire (Regis) went down the drain. Overall: The Good--the beautiful ladies, and the host Howie Mandel is excellent The Bad--i felt that the contestant are staged somehow and sometimes way over the top… Expand
  9. DathanJ
    Jun 1, 2006
    10
    Love your show, I would love to be a contestant.
  10. danb
    Sep 22, 2006
    10
    very good show
  11. AdamJ
    Jan 24, 2007
    10
    The best programme ive watched
  12. MerleD
    Jan 3, 2007
    10
    Deal or No Deal is an awesome show!! I think it is a cool way of winning a lot of cash. I would love to have a chance to win 1 million dollars. Howie you look great!
  13. Tish
    Jan 9, 2007
    10
    I love the show! It is so exciting and I love the way they make it personal for each contestant. We can't wait each week to watch it!
  14. heesoonc
    Feb 4, 2007
    10
    i love howie and learn a language from his gorgeously warm voice.
  15. DerickS
    Dec 19, 2005
    8
    What a suspenseful first episode! The premise is a battle of chance and greed. It's fantastic to watch these people struggle with chance. I can see it becoming boring after a while....... but not yet. :O)
  16. PaigeA
    Dec 21, 2005
    10
    I love this show. I keep finding myself playing along and wishing them the best.
  17. CarnenA
    Dec 21, 2005
    8
    Good entertainment and great to see regular people like myself for a change, getting a chance to win big. It's always the rich getting richer BORING. This new show keeps me at the edge of my seat. Exciting... Good luck Guys....Hope I can get on myself sometime.
  18. annes
    Dec 21, 2005
    10
    howie mandell is SEXY! the show is too, cause of the money and cute girls.
  19. sharifQ
    Dec 20, 2005
    7
    At first when i watched the show i thought it was really stupid and boring, it just takes a while to get into, you are not gonna love it but you wont mind watching it either. That phone call Hawi gets from the banker is pretty annoying though.
  20. NancyS
    Dec 21, 2005
    10
    I would like to be on and try to win the big money let me know how ok. love the show.
  21. GaryT
    Dec 22, 2005
    10
    this has aired in the uk for 10 weeks straight now. Please give it time as it really develops. The host is very important, I dont know what yhours is like
  22. dickd
    Dec 22, 2005
    10
    Supurb show. New qualities required: instinct and weighing chances. Wonderful to see how people can be too conservative or too greedy. Both will cost you!
  23. DeniseM
    Dec 22, 2005
    10
    the show is awesome!!!!!
  24. DanielM
    Dec 22, 2005
    10
    In this game show you have tought me that being rich does not mean having to be smart or strong. But lucky!
  25. robt
    Dec 22, 2005
    10
    riding on the tails of the popular poker texas hold em...either go all in or dont...very bright the timing
  26. jocelynb
    Dec 22, 2005
    9
    this is the best show ever in its category, it keeps me on the edge of my seat everynight
  27. JaneS
    Dec 23, 2005
    10
    I love this show. It gets you into it by yelling at the tv saying "NO DEAL" it's brilliant and suspenseful!
  28. JayD
    Dec 23, 2005
    9
    Are you kidding me, "critics"? Every opinion is inherent with its right, but that doesn't make it right. It is not logical to judge something by what it ought to be. It is only intelligible and honest to accept it for what it actually is before expounding on personal preference. You cannot say, "I dislike bacon because it is not pizza." That is a laughable statement. You people Are you kidding me, "critics"? Every opinion is inherent with its right, but that doesn't make it right. It is not logical to judge something by what it ought to be. It is only intelligible and honest to accept it for what it actually is before expounding on personal preference. You cannot say, "I dislike bacon because it is not pizza." That is a laughable statement. You people baffle me, as your confidence outweighs your ability to reason properly. It would be sufficient to say that you do not like DEAL OR NO DEAL because suspense, chance, and watching people win money is not enough to keep you interested. Instead, you declare, "This game show is not Jeopardy." I suppose I will be equally as insolent and say, "I like DEAL OR NO DEAL because it is not a terminal illness."… Expand
  29. CHARLIE
    Dec 23, 2005
    10
    Ilove this show!!!!
  30. DominickT.
    Dec 23, 2005
    10
    It only took fifteen minutes into the show before I found myself hooked. I always liked Howie, ever since Walk Like A Man....he also does a great job on Jay Leno (will he be on there anymore ?) . Good luck Howie, hope it runs for a great ride. Thanks for the entertainment.
  31. sherryr
    Dec 23, 2005
    10
    i would love to participate on this show
  32. BobW
    Dec 23, 2005
    10
    Best game show I've seen in a long time. Can't get enough.
  33. earlec
    Dec 23, 2005
    10
    Very good and entertaining. Excellent host.
  34. haihaib
    Dec 24, 2005
    9
    you are good
  35. VincentA
    Dec 24, 2005
    10
    it's a very good tv show.I like it alot !
  36. AnnE
    Dec 24, 2005
    10
    I think Howie is great! I really enjoyed watching this program. I hope it works out. Ann Winter Garden Florida
  37. peteg
    Dec 25, 2005
    10
    a nice break from reality
  38. josepho
    Dec 25, 2005
    8
    the show is simple but what makes it so intense and fun to watch is how far people will go for broke or riches i think the show is great and howie mandell is great as the host he is the perfect host
  39. JeffD
    Dec 26, 2005
    10
    Loved the show we called all the family to watch
  40. TainaB
    Dec 26, 2005
    10
    Love to watch the contenstant sweat over the decisions...Howie is entertaining too. They have to pick quirky contestants or it would be boring.
  41. JenniferD
    Dec 26, 2005
    10
    Great program. Keep it on for a long time please!!!
  42. mirandad
    Dec 26, 2005
    10
    this show is so addicting to watch!
  43. SherlL
    Dec 26, 2005
    10
    I find the show to be very exciting. Especially when the contestants keep you guessing about what they are going to do. I think having family/friends involved really makes the show more intriguing.
  44. MikeH
    Dec 26, 2005
    10
    this show is flippin awesome, once you start to watch it u kinda start to like it. but the only problemo is, that if you watch 2 much of it, your little fat thick hairy CLIT will start to itch and burn. That is when you need to go to your fridge, grease up your thumb, and shove that baby as far as you can up your asshole, until you feel hard intestine. well thats pretty much it, oh, dont this show is flippin awesome, once you start to watch it u kinda start to like it. but the only problemo is, that if you watch 2 much of it, your little fat thick hairy CLIT will start to itch and burn. That is when you need to go to your fridge, grease up your thumb, and shove that baby as far as you can up your asshole, until you feel hard intestine. well thats pretty much it, oh, dont forget to eat your child's pussy with soup, oh, and my little boy screams bloody murder when i rape the shit out of his butt. thanks!!!… Expand
  45. Mike
    Dec 26, 2005
    9
    Great show great host. The only down side is those lame cell phone calls. But besides that Great show.
  46. ToniR
    Dec 26, 2005
    10
    I'm loving it!
  47. MicheleC
    Dec 27, 2005
    10
    I love that show, its thrilling and the kids love it!
  48. DeeE
    Dec 27, 2005
    10
    Me and my husband loved this show. We would make sure we were home every night so we could watch it. Hopefully it will come back on.
  49. RichardJ
    Dec 27, 2005
    10
    Kept me going thru the whole show! Lots of fun to watch and be part of, keep it going!!
  50. DebbieM
    Dec 27, 2005
    10
    I LOVE this show. It is so much fun to watch.
  51. stevenh
    Dec 28, 2005
    10
    very good you should keep this game show aired
  52. ElmerM
    Dec 28, 2005
    10
    Best Show ever!!!!! It holds my attention every minute, I Love this show and I tell all my friends, associates and contacts, "It's a must see" Howie Manddelle is great and brings excitement, emotions, suspense, chance, hope, lots of love I cannot say enough good for this show, it should be on HelloWorld....... seeeeee it now... I have not seen it lately why??????? I am so sad.... Elmer
  53. Sarah
    Dec 28, 2005
    10
    I watched this show from the first day it aired until the 23rd. I thoroughly enjoed the show and thought Howie was great. The contestants are a riot with their excitement. I can't wait to see it again. I hope it returns soon!!
  54. chrisj
    Dec 28, 2005
    10
    hey this is a awesome show i want to be on it
  55. marlysc
    Dec 29, 2005
    10
    It was one of the best shows I have seen in awile.
  56. RickP
    Dec 29, 2005
    10
    Money and Pretty Women. What else do you need in a game show. Howie your cool too!
  57. ScottH
    Dec 31, 2005
    10
    Who knew such a simple premice could be made so suspenseful! Love it!!!
  58. RHAINES
    Dec 30, 2005
    10
    I think its agood new game show! gets you into the show calculating the oddsof winning
  59. CarlaM
    Dec 30, 2005
    10
    I enjoyed the show even when I had to listen to it on the radio because of Christmas shopping.
  60. MaeB
    Jan 11, 2006
    10
    This show was exciting and I enjoyed each night it was on. I found it to keep me on the end of my seat. I was dissapointed when it did not come on again the next week. I am looking forward to the show airing again and hope to get a chance to participate.
  61. ek
    Nov 16, 2006
    10
    I've been wathing this show for a while and I still think it is great. Maybe those who think other wise better get more of an excitable life. What's wrong with a non intelligent show? There are people who would like to participate in a show and just can't. Call me stupid but I love Howie and he is a great host. I hope I will get on the show at on time too. I never miss a I've been wathing this show for a while and I still think it is great. Maybe those who think other wise better get more of an excitable life. What's wrong with a non intelligent show? There are people who would like to participate in a show and just can't. Call me stupid but I love Howie and he is a great host. I hope I will get on the show at on time too. I never miss a show and even my 3 year old will sit and watch it with me so I can even get a quiet time. Your a loser if you don't like it. GO HOWIE!!!… Expand
  62. HelgaS
    Oct 16, 2006
    10
    The best show ever. Howie is the greatest host
  63. josel
    Jan 17, 2006
    9
    deal or no deal is a great game show.good looking women.lots of money tense excitmentand of course good humor from mr.mandell.i don't like the many phone calls ,but that's what makes the deals.keep it in the air.
  64. VickieS
    Jan 18, 2006
    8
    It's a GAME show people. Just a game. The paople who didn't like it much is because they weren't on it. It sure wasn't because they are too intelligent to grasp the show's ideas. After reading what the nay-sayers are saying, read below a few,,, what really is a"eadache?- what's "eatchn the fans shake riot"? - and it's " waving their" NOT waving there It's a GAME show people. Just a game. The paople who didn't like it much is because they weren't on it. It sure wasn't because they are too intelligent to grasp the show's ideas. After reading what the nay-sayers are saying, read below a few,,, what really is a"eadache?- what's "eatchn the fans shake riot"? - and it's " waving their" NOT waving there hands. evan h gave it a0: This show is obnoxious, it gave me a eadache. eatchn the fans shake riot what to pick and waving there hands is retarted! Oh and the host is another stupid Ryan Seacrest to top it of! the on only difference is that the host is bald! Oh yes, and this one: Newton G gave it a2: Amazing! They can waste almost fifty minutes of prime time on one contestant. Based on the format and probabilities, no one will win more than about $150,000 and it is virtually impossible to win the million. Only $150,000 , is that all? Like it's not enough for you. With Wheel and the likes, they might win $50,000. Get real people. It's only a show. Way too much TV watching has gotten into you all.… Expand
  65. JanieW
    Jan 23, 2006
    9
    Fun to watch.
  66. angelaS
    Dec 31, 2006
    10
    I am so stuck on this show..I love it..I watch it on chanel 4 and 44..One day I would love to be on this show..
  67. dots
    Feb 11, 2006
    10
    i really injoy watching this show and would like to become a contestant
  68. DonnaC
    Feb 28, 2006
    10
    We love the show!!! Glad it's back...
  69. jamesg
    Mar 12, 2006
    10
    its a great show me and my wife dont miss it and it so fun we play it on the internet all the time and how do i get on the show and good luck and i hope the show last a long time
  70. laytonb
    Mar 14, 2006
    10
    I Love this show.Rock on howie!
  71. RichardC
    Mar 15, 2006
    9
    I think the show is great and only wish i could get on it for a chance
  72. vickiel
    Mar 17, 2006
    10
    I love this game it is fun and it also makes u feel like if our whole family is there. Our family sees the show all the time when the show is on this is ower family night to see the show and enjoy it. Its a fun game to watch.
  73. KIMM
    Mar 17, 2006
    10
    Good family entertainment,very interesting, keeps you in suspense & Howie Mandel is great!!!!! I love every minute of this game show. The best I've seen in a long while. Keep up the good work!!!! I'm very much interested in being on this show. How can I become a contestant on Deal Or No Deal? Thank you Kim
  74. carolp
    Mar 21, 2006
    8
    how do i get on the show?
  75. DonnieW
    Mar 21, 2006
    10
    I think this is the best game show ever
  76. FelecciaW
    Mar 22, 2006
    10
    This show is awsome! I wish it was on more, like 2 hours instead of one.
  77. LennardW
    Mar 24, 2006
    10
    enjoy your show
  78. babemm
    Mar 26, 2006
    10
    Will you do a show in S. Calif? Will you tell me if I can get tickets then. Or I will come to NY to be on.
  79. laszlok
    Mar 27, 2006
    10
    we can;t wait for every showtime to start!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  80. joycem
    Mar 29, 2006
    10
    my husband watches with so much excitement you would think he was going to pick up the check at the end. He even perdicts the bankers amount, and most of the time can choose the correct case.However here we sit..watching the trills from our sofa. He truely enjoys this show.
  81. BelliahT
    Mar 31, 2006
    10
    I am not a TV person, but I can admit, this show took my attention, and I find myself glued on the couch with a lot of excitement to see what some one will take home. I even participated in the picking of boxes using a text message. I picked box 6 which turned out to be the box with $10 000. The question is will I be paid the money or not? All I can say this show is a lot of fun.
  82. DennisA
    Apr 16, 2006
    10
    Outstanding show Best on TV right now
  83. MikeD
    Apr 19, 2006
    10
    Great show, how can I try to be a contestnant????
  84. CubbieA
    Apr 19, 2006
    10
    This show is very entertaining. I especially love the little "wrinkles" they throw in ... like the on-air proposal, the pony, the hummer, the woman's kids opening the cases.
  85. BernaM
    Apr 28, 2006
    10
    Love the show
  86. CJMasantonio
    May 24, 2006
    9
    Deal or No deal just could be one of the longest running game shows in the history of television. Finally, a game show that sparks total mesmorization. The risk-reward scenerios of this game mimic the 9-to-5 grind of the everyday work world. Howie Mendel is the perfect host for this excellent show. His quirky bald head, and inability (or phobia) to shake contestant's hands adds to Deal or No deal just could be one of the longest running game shows in the history of television. Finally, a game show that sparks total mesmorization. The risk-reward scenerios of this game mimic the 9-to-5 grind of the everyday work world. Howie Mendel is the perfect host for this excellent show. His quirky bald head, and inability (or phobia) to shake contestant's hands adds to the wackiness of this original, yet simple game concept. Each contestant has their own story to tell, as they introduce us to loved ones, and thoughts & desires if they just win "the big one." I am sorry, but I am changing my rating to a 9.9. PS: The models ain't 1/2 bad either, especially #3! You can't lose with this one. Conshy, PA USA… Expand
  87. MenghG
    May 26, 2006
    10
    its good that we see now here in philippines (RP Version)
  88. stevep
    Jun 17, 2006
    10
    Best game show ever,would like to buy the first season on dvd.
  89. RogerK
    Jan 11, 2007
    10
    Great Show. I think it is a cool of winning money and cash.
  90. jeanK
    Jan 25, 2007
    10
    My whole family watches "Deal or No Deal" and we all think it is a great show. It's funny, it's breath taking at time, the themes they come up with are great, and just plain excisiting to watch. We think your great "Howie".
  91. LazarusO
    Dec 21, 2005
    10
    This program transforms peoples lives. I watched a carpenter win almost one-quarter of a million and I know that his life will never be the same. Keep it up!
  92. barbarab
    Dec 21, 2005
    10
    love it
  93. billj
    Dec 21, 2005
    10
    I love it and if you dont you got serious problems
  94. LauraD
    Dec 21, 2005
    10
    exciting and suspenseful!
  95. TReyes
    Dec 21, 2005
    10
    very suspenseful-greedy contestants-i love howy mandelle
  96. RobertM
    Dec 21, 2005
    8
    Very good show. It has already shown that it is best not to get too greedy!
  97. ScottJ
    Dec 21, 2005
    10
    I really love this show. Yes, it is "mindless," but it is also incredibly exciting. I haven't had this much fun watching a game show in a long while. Note to NBC: don't fall into the Millionaire trap. Keep this one an occasional week long special!
  98. LauraA
    Dec 22, 2005
    10
    I love this show! It's exciting to see what the contestants actually walk away with. Howie looks hot bald. Hope the show lasts, would love to be a contestant!
  99. MonaP
    Dec 22, 2005
    10
    We watch it at work and have gotten completely addicted to it. We have a reminder set for it. We love Howie and the mysterious banker behind the glass. Lots of suspense.
  100. RonaldG
    Dec 22, 2005
    10
    Exciding Show
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Metascore
48

Mixed or average reviews - based on 5 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 5
  3. Negative: 2 out of 5
  1. Boston Globe
    Reviewed by: Matthew Gilbert
    20
    It's only a few shades more adult than, say, playing with blocks.
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  2. The Hollywood Reporter
    Reviewed by: Barry Garron
    20
    That it has been a hit in 35 nations... reveals that there are more international threats than terrorism and global warming.
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  3. New York Post
    Reviewed by: Linda Stasi
    100
    Maddening and exciting.
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